(literally) A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance. / (figuratively) A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.

(transitive) To apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight. / (transitive, figuratively) To match or equal in effect when applying opposing force

(pharmacology, of medicine and other treatments) Legal for sale or distribution without the requirement of a prescription.

US spelling of counter-offensive

US spelling of counter-offensive

(fencing) A parry that is done to defend against an opponent's parry and riposte.

(fencing) An attack that responds to the opponent's counter-attack.

Alternative form of countertenor

An attack made in response to an attack by the opponents

To attack in response to an attack by opponents.